Keeping Teeth Healthy

A smile can last a lifetime - if you take care of him. For this reason , it is important for parents to give good children Mundgesundheitsverhaltenbei as soon as possible .
According to U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona H. " national call to action to promote oral health " report , children lose more than 51 million adults Schulstundenund lose more than 164 million hours of work each year due to diseases dental or dental visits. Accounts nation for dental services was estimated at more than $ 70100000000 in 2002.

" Disease Oral health is disturbing interventions in communities across the country," said Dr. Marsha Butler , Colgate -Palmolive Vice President, oral health and global labor relations , explained. " For children 5-17 years here in the United States between caries is more common than asthma, more common than hay fever , and it has a significant risk to the health and overall Wohlbefindendarstellt our children . "
Recently, during the celebration of the Month of national dental health children , Colgate and Dr. Carmona unveiled " Seven Steps to the U.S. Surgeon General a bright smile " tips that have been developed through a grant from Colgate- Palmolive , for help keep teeth strong and gums healthy :
1. Brush teeth and gums with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day, especially after eating breakfast and before bedtime.
2.Visit the dentist regularly.
3. Flossing daily.
4. Use fluoride rinse for strong teeth and gums .
5. Limit the number of times you eat snacks each day-and remember to practice healthy eating and get plenty of calcium.
6. Wear a mouth guard during sports activities.
7. Ask your dentist about dental sealants .
With its bright Smiles, Bright Futures program , Colgate has more than 50 million children with free dental screenings , treatment referrals and education of oral health achieved. The company is more than half the performance of a public commitment they have made ​​to reach 100 million children of these services by the year 2010. Bright Smiles, Bright Futures also have children to take control of their oral health and helps to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining good dental hygiene.